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Sion Zermatt : introduction

The resort of Zermatt lies at the bottom of the Mattertal valley, at the foot of the Matterhorn at an altitude of 1,620 metres, in the Upper Valais region on the border with Italy. Surrounded by numerous glaciers, the Matterhorn is the second most ice-covered area in the Alps, making it the emblem of Zermatt. The average annual temperature in the ski resort of Zermatt is around +3.5°C, and there’s plenty of sunshine all year round.

Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway or a winter vacation, rent a private jet or helicopter to fly to Zermatt from Paris Le Bourget, Brussels or Luxembourg airports in less than 2.5 hours.

Bring your family and friends to Zermatt, a ski resort renowned for its gastronomy and year-round ski slopes! The Zermatt ski resort boasts over 350 km of pistes, some of which are over 3,880 m high, and offers mountaineering and climbing activities.

AEROAFFAIRES offers a wide selection of private jets from 4 to 14 seats, capable of landing at the Sion airport closest to Zermatt. A helicopter will then transfer you from Sion airport to Zermatt heliport in less than 10 minutes.

Practical information about Sion airport

Sion airport is open from April to September, from 7am to 8pm. It is also open from October to March, from 8am to sunset.

Aircraft types handled: The main runway allows most private jets to land and take off, including medium-sized business jets. However, larger aircraft may be subject to restrictions due to the runway’s limited length.

Operational restrictions :

Weather conditions: Located in a mountainous area, the airport may be subject to changing weather conditions, influencing flight operations. The flight is subject to weather conditions, and in the event of poor visibility, the flight may be diverted to Geneva airport .

Sion airport has a TAG Aviation FBO, a VIP lounge and a large hangar for parking aircraft.

Airport characteristics:

Address Aéroport de Sion (Sion Airport), Route de l’Aéroport 25, 1950 Sion, SuisseAéroport de Sion (Sion Airport), Route de l’Aéroport 25, 1950 Sion, Suisse
IATA code SIR
ICAO code LSGS
Latitude 46.2194
Longitude 7.3267
Altitude 480m
Number of runways 2
Runway length 2000m
General aviation terminal Oui : un terminal VIP dédié à l’aviation d’affaires est en service, avec FBO, douanes et immigration sur place.

Spécificités :

Versatile alpine airport, hosting seasonal commercial flights, private jets and military activities.
Narrow valleyapproach: spectacular, but technically demanding.
Integrated heliport for direct access to ski resorts.
Alpine weather: in winter, snow and fog can disrupt helicopter flights; a plan B by road is always recommended.
High seasonal demand: during Christmas, New Year and February, bookings must be made in advance to guarantee slots.
Sion airport has parking spaces for private jets, including large-cabin and long-haul jets. When parking spaces are full, some aircraft have to be repositioned to Geneva, Zurich or Lyon.
During the peak winter season (December-March), demand is very high (arrivals for Zermatt, Verbier, Crans-Montana).
Turboprops and light jets are preferred for short stays.

Airport facilities Sion Zermatt

Complete handling services for private jets (catering, heated hangars, baggage handling).
On-site border control for international flights.
Helicopter transfers from the tarmac to Zermatt, Verbier or Crans-Montana.

Available services

Concierge service
Valet
Ground handling assistance
Wifi
Baggage services
VIP chauffeur transfer
Car rental
Limousine rental
Helicopter transfer
Private parking
Showers
Réservation d'hôtel
Pets allowed
Disabled access
Secure entrance

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Location and access to Sion airport

Sion airport (SIR) is about 2.5 km from downtown Sion, which is about 5 minutes by car.

Sion airport is well situated to serve several regions of the Valais, with good road links to the region’s main cities:

Martigny (in south-western Valais): around 40 km, or around 40-45 minutes by car.
Brigue (northeastern Valais): approx. 90 km, about 1? hours by car.

Transfer to Zermatt :

By helicopter:
- Flight time: approx. 20 minutes from Sion.
- Direct arrival at Zermatt heliport, located at the foot of the resort.
- Service operated by AEROAFFAIRES, with great responsiveness even in high season.
By road:
- Approx. 1h30 to Täsch, the last village accessible by car.
- From Täsch: shuttle train (12 minutes) or private electric vehicle to Zermatt.

AEROAFFAIRES offers to provide you with a chauffeur-driven vehicle (Mercedes Classe S, VIANO, Limousine…). Your car will take you to your meeting point or hotel, or accompany you for the duration of your stay in Sion Zermatt.

Nearby cities

Airport 2 km 5 min Sion center
Airport 80 km 90 min Zermatt
Airport 45 km 40 min Brig
Airport 28 km 25 min Martigny

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Recommendations for the city

As well as enjoying all the activities the mountains have to offer, we recommend lunch at the Bergrestaurant Blatten.

AEROAFFAIRES we also offer a point-to-point helicopter rental service from the arrival airport to the city center, allowing you to discover the city from the air and make the most of your time. Choose AEROAFFAIRES and you’re sure to find the right helicopter for your needs, saving you both time and money.

Where to sleep?

The Grand Hotel Zermatterhof, a member of the “Preferred Hotels & Resorts” and “Swiss Deluxe Hotels” groups, was opened in 1879. This luxurious establishment enjoys a peaceful, central location. It offers classic elegance and all modern comforts with magnificent views of the Matterhorn mountains.